At least that’s the verdict of former Premier League hitman Brian Deane.

The 18-year-old broke on to the scene under former Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal last season.

But there have been fears that Mourinho - not famed for his youth policy - could stifle the England international’s development.

However Deane, who bagged 195 goals in 653 career league appearances, says the former Chelsea gaffer will give Rashford enough chances to shine at Old Trafford.

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"He’s got everything you need physically as a centre forward – he’s tall, he’s quick and he has great feet," Deane told bwin.

"Most important though, he’s already at one of the biggest clubs in the world so he’s got a future that’s made for him.

"He’s working under a fantastic manager and whilst many consider Mourinho to favour older, more experienced players, Marcus has everything Mourinho likes in a player and it won’t be long before he breaks into the first team again."

And Deane says Rashford has one key characteristic than can see him reach the pinnacle of the game.

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“He’s got everything you need physically as a centre forward – he’s tall, he’s quick and he has great feet.”

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"Initially I thought he was a bit of a fluke but he’s proved me completely wrong," he added.

"He’s terrified Premier League centre-backs week in week out and he’s only going to get better.

"You could see the difference he made in the Manchester derby last weekend and in my opinion he was the best player on the pitch when he came on.

"The build up to the game was focused around this ensemble of the most expensive players ever and he came on and the crowd buzzed.

"To captivate the fans and provide some fresh impetus and spark to a team is an incredible attribute and one that can lead him to becoming a star.

"He’s going to be at the heart of Manchester United moving forward and whilst Zlatan Ibrahimovic was the perfect signing for them because he’s a big-time player playing in a big-time stadium.

"I’d be very surprised if Rashford wasn’t the first name on the team sheet by the season end."

Rashford will be hoping he can help United bounce back from successive defeats when they face Watford at Vicarage Road tomorrow.